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Eastern Iowa Farmer Could Lose Millions From 3rd Wind Turbine Fire
A farmer in Mechanicsville, Iowa suffers from their 3rd wind turbine fire in less than 18 months. In less than a year and a half, this farmer is left with another huge mess that needs to be cleaned. This fire all began with an unlucky lightning strike that could cost this farmer millions of dollars.
Bettendorf police identify 18-year-old victim in fatal Friday crash
BETTENDORF, Iowa — Bettendorf police have identified the victim in a fatal crash that took place on Friday, Aug. 16. 18-year-old Carter Fix was killed after the car he was a passenger in struck a parked car on the east side of the 700 block of 15th Street. The car was occupied by Fix and a 19-year-old male driver, both Bettendorf residents. Fix was transported to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries. The driver was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
Stroup’s Five Homers, Marman’s Four Saves Earn Them Weekly Awards
Chicago Dogs infielder Dusty Stroup and Sioux City Explorers closer Kyle Marman won the American Association’s Pointstreak batter and pitcher of the week for the week ending 8/18, the league announced Monday. Stroup was a model of consistency this week, hitting a home run in five consecutive games. He...
Suspicious pickup results in OWI arrest
DOON—A 27-year-old Tea, SD, man was arrested about 2:50 a.m. Friday, Aug. 16, near Doon on charges of first-offense operating while under the influence and operating a nonregistered vehicle. The arrest of Andrew Joseph Ross stemmed from a report of a “suspicious” 2023 Toyota Tacoma traveling west on Highway...
More Information on Machete Assault in Storm Lake
A Storm Lake man was arrested for allegedly assaulting someone with a machete. Storm Lake Police officers were called to the Buena Vista Regional Medical Center at approximately 6:40 this (Mon) morning, and saw that the victim was suffering from serious upper body injuries. The victim informed police that they were walking in the 300 block of West 7th Street in Storm Lake at around 5 this (Mon) morning when they were assaulted by the man armed with a machete.
Royal Man Facing Multiple Charges
Spirit Lake, IA (KICD) — The Dickinson County Sheriff’s department has charged a Royal man with several counts, after an incident in which he allegedly broke the windows of a car with a tire iron and threatened the occupant. 43 year old Jedediah Olsen was arrested early Saturday...
2025 All-American Iose Epenesa Commits to Iowa
The University of Iowa has successfully landed one of the top defensive players in the country. 2025 All-American Iose Epenesa from Edwardsville High School in Illinois has committed to the Hawkeyes. According to 247Sports, Epenesa is the No.16 overall player in the nation and a five-star prospect. Past members of...
Sheldon woman arrested for meth and more
SHELDON—A 40-year-old Sheldon woman was arrested about 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, on charges of possession of a controlled substance — methamphetamine — third or subsequent offense, two counts of unlawful possession of a prescription drug and possession of drug paraphernalia. The arrest of Amber Dawn Berger...
Minnesota Board of Medical Practice takes action against local doctor
(ST PAUL) – The Minnesota Board of Medical Practice has taken action against a Fargo doctor. Dr. Arden Beachy, of Family HealthCare, had action taken against his Minnesota doctor’s license on July 13 due to ‘engaging in any unethical or improper conduct,’ according to the Board of Medical Practice.
Walz administration awarded $100,000 contract to pro-defund police group
Gov. Tim Walz‘s (D-MN) administration approved a $100,000 contract to a left-wing group that has advocated defunding the police, documents show. The documents, unearthed by the Daily Caller, show that Walz’s Labor And Industry Department in 2023 awarded the contract to Centro De Trabajadores Unidos En La Lucha, a Minneapolis-based group. Centro De Trabajadores Unidos […]
Walz ripped for ‘snitch line’ after making Thanksgiving reference in Pennsylvania campaign speech
Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) campaigned with Vice President Kamala Harris in western Pennsylvania on Sunday and lamented that he yearned for a time in politics when relatives could enjoy Thanksgiving without politics. Critics were quick to say he hurt families during the coronavirus pandemic. “And we, some of us who have less hair and are […]
Minnesota Woman Heading to Couple's Therapy with Boyfriend Accused of Slamming Car into Him After He Asks to End Relationship
A woman in Minnesota has been arrested after she allegedly rammed her car into her boyfriend as they drove to therapy, following a day of arguing, RadarOnline.com can reveal.On Aug. 14, Veronica Roleen Gast, 30, was heading to the therapy session with her boyfriend to work on their relationship, according to court documents obtained by Fergus Now.While they were driving, the boyfriend reportedly decided to break up and asked Gast to take him home.Gast instead stopped the car in the middle of the road and told him to get out, officials said.The boyfriend exited the couple's vehicle and headed toward...
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